How should keepers approach feeding fruit to a Chinese Water Dragon due to its sugar content?

Fruit should be treated as an infrequent, small treat

Although fruit might sometimes be consumed by these lizards in their natural habitat, when kept in captivity, keepers must manage fruit intake carefully, particularly for Chinese Water Dragons where greens are emphasized. Due to the inherently high sugar content present in fruit, it cannot serve as a regular staple or even a frequent addition to the diet. Instead, fruit must be strictly limited and reserved only for use as an infrequent, small treat. Over-reliance on sugary items can lead to adverse health effects and disrupt the balance achieved through feeding insects and leafy vegetables.